It originated as a Christian feast day honoring a martyr named Valentine, and through later folk traditions it has also become a significant cultural, religious and commercial celebration of …

Valentine’s Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman …

Feb 13, 2025 · Valentine's Day is almost here, but it wasn't always the heart-filled, card-giving, chocolate-gifting holiday we know today. Here's everything you should know about the history …

Feb 14, 2025 · Each Valentine's Day, millions of Americans gift their partners or loved ones with flowers, cards or candy as a token of their affections on Feb. 14. But while some see it as a …

Feb 14, 2025 · Valentine’s DayThe Cream of Love. New York: Published by Currier & Ives, c1879. Popular Graphic Arts. Prints & Photographs Division On February 14, Americans celebrate …

Every year on February 14, people celebrate St. Valentine’s Day by exchanging cards, candy or flowers with their special "valentine." The holiday, named after a Christian martyr, dates back to...

Nov 24, 2025 · What's the real story of Valentine’s Day? Discover its dark origins and what it means today with fun ideas and quotes for your own Valentine's Day card.

Valentine's Day is one of the most widely recognized celebrations of love, marked by millions around the world with flowers, chocolates, and heartfelt messages.

Valentine’s Day on February 14 is a global holiday that traditionally celebrates romantic love. The holiday has taken a secular form in recent years and is celebrated in almost all countries …

Feb 11, 2025 · Valentine’s Day celebrates all forms of love—romantic, familial, and platonic—not just romance. Its origins stem from ancient Roman festivals and Christian traditions honoring …